Quality Assurance Technician

TLD; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

TLD is a leading global manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment for aviation and aerospace. The QA Technician handles first article and unit inspections, audits, non-conformances, and final evaluations for shipment to customers, while assisting in plans and quality system maintenance.

The role emphasizes adherence to ISO standards, documentation, and continuous improvement, with collaboration across QA and manufacturing teams to ensure product quality and process effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in active inspection, including final product inspection.
• Experience with MRB, non-conformance, root cause/corrective action, and auditing.
• Engineering or technical background desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains information on First Article Inspections from outside vendors.
• Audits materials, processes, products, and systems as needed.
• Maintains Non-Conformance records within the QMS.
• Performs final inspection and evaluation of units for shipment to customers.
• Supports QA Manager in plans, procedures, and inspection criteria.
• Contributes to ISO standards implementation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Measuring equipment

MS Word/Excel & MRP

Team or independent work

Education

Associate’s degree preferred

Tools

MRB processes

Job description

Company Introduction

TLD is the largest global manufacturer of Ground Support Equipment in the aviation and aerospace industries. We deliver technology-focused solutions with a broad range of products, which are designed, engineered, and built, at one of our nine worldwide facilities. TLD is an integral part of ALVEST, a global collection of businesses with strong leadership and product positioning in commercial / general aviation, air cargo and military aviation. The corporate portfolio is one of diverse companies with financial strength and similar culture, who are focused on diversity, sustainability, growth and customer service.

Position Summary

The Quality Assurance (QA) Technician position is in charge of incoming first article inspection, unit inspection, shipping, and dispositioning non-confirming product. The QA Technician will also assists the QA Manager in preparing plans, procedures, and inspection criteria. The ideal candidate will also support the QA Manager in implementation and maintenance of the Quality Management System.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

(Other duties may be assigned)

• Helps develop, organizes and maintains information regarding First Article Inspections from outside vendors.
• Performs formal and informal audits of all material, processes, products, and systems as needed or required.
• Helps maintain Non-Conformance systems of QMS.
• Performs final inspection and evaluation of product/units for shipment to our Customers.
• Other assignments as assigned by the QA Manager.

Other Responsibilities

• CIT: establish standards and procedures for continuous improvement throughout factory and QA sphere of influence.
• ISO Standards Implementation: helps as active team member to secure and maintain a Quality Management System to the standards.
• Maintain currency with respect to technical and supervisory skills by attending training classes, special technical and administration courses, seminars, exhibits and trade shows as needed.

Qualifications And Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 5 years experience in active inspection, preferably final product inspection. MRB and non-conformance to include Root Cause/Corrective Action, and auditing.

Other Skills And Abilities

• Engineering or technical related experience desired.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Familiar with basic measuring equipment including testing and record maintenance.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and MRP navigation.
• Ability to work in a team or solo environment.

Education

• Associate’s degree preferred with one year of experience, or 5+ years experience in inspection and QA related capacities.

The Company is committed to protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its information assets in alignment with ISO 27001. All employees are required to follow information security policies, safeguard company data and systems, and promptly report any suspected security incidents or violations.